Pelham, GA Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Pelham in?

Pelham is in Mitchell County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: What EPA radon zones surround Pelham, GA?

Pelham sits in Mitchell County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 3. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 3 (low risk, under 2 pCi/L). EPA radon zones are county-level predictions of radon potential, so the EPA recommends testing every individual home regardless of its zone, since levels vary from house to house.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Pelham?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

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Pelham, GA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 3 — Low Risk < 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

County Mitchell County, GA

Zip Code 31779

Located in Mitchell County in south-central Georgia, Pelham sits on Coastal Plain sediments where sandy soils and limestone bedrock typically result in lower radon potential. Testing data for zip code 31779 is currently limited, making individual home assessment important for residents. While regional geology suggests lower risk, homeowners should still test to establish baseline levels.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Pelham, GA

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Pelham or its immediate area yet. The table below shows the EPA radon zone — a county-level prediction of radon risk — for nearby communities. Radon still varies from home to home, so testing is the only way to confirm your level.

City	Distance	County	EPA Radon Zone
Doerun	18.8 mi	Colquitt County	Zone 3
Coolidge	19.3 mi	Thomas County	Zone 3
Whigham	19.6 mi	Grady County	Zone 3
Thomasville	23.6 mi	Thomas County	Zone 3
Climax	24.4 mi	Decatur County	Zone 3
Moultrie	25.6 mi	Colquitt County	Zone 3
Pavo	27.8 mi	Brooks County	Zone 3
Bainbridge	28.9 mi	Decatur County	Zone 3

Mitchell County Radon Profile

The EPA maps Mitchell County as Radon Zone 3, the lowest predicted classification, with modeled indoor screening levels under 2 pCi/L. Direct test data for Mitchell County remains limited, so the closest neighboring readings are used here to represent the radon conditions homeowners are likely to encounter. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Mitchell County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Pelham, GA

What EPA Radon Zone is Pelham in?

Pelham and the 31779 zip code are in Mitchell County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

What EPA radon zones surround Pelham, GA?

Pelham sits in Mitchell County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 3. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 3 (low risk, under 2 pCi/L). EPA radon zones are county-level predictions of radon potential, so the EPA recommends testing every individual home regardless of its zone, since levels vary from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Pelham?

Radon mitigation in Pelham typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most homes with standard basements can be mitigated with a sub-slab depressurization system in the $1,000–$1,500 range. Factors that can increase cost include complex foundations, crawl spaces, or very high radon levels.

Should I test for radon if I'm buying a home in Pelham?

Yes. Radon testing should be part of every home purchase. A short-term radon test is typically included as part of the home inspection process and costs $150–$250. If elevated levels are found, you can negotiate mitigation as part of the sale.